Water System Report OH

Yellow Springs Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH2903012 · 3,761 people served · 2 ZIP codes

For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Yellow Springs Village Public Water System has supplied tap water to 3,761 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
3,761
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0023 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$260K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Yellow Springs Village Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$82,846
Median Household Income
5,308
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Yellow Springs Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $82,846 and an estimated 5,308 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Yellow Springs Village Public Water System's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Greene County, Ohio rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

91 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 96% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt, PFBS: 2.1 ppt, PFHxS: 0.14 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.7 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

YELLOW SPRINGS VILLAGE PWS (EPA ID: OH2903012) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 3,761 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
45387 0.0023 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Yellow Springs Village Public Water System (OH2903012) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yellow Springs Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Yellow Springs Village Public Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Yellow Springs Village Public Water System serve?

Yellow Springs Village Public Water System serves approximately 3,761 people across 2 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Yellow Springs Village Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
58
Detections
1
Latest sample
4/10/2023
Highest analyte
PFOS: 9.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 9.2 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
114
Galvanized — Replacement Required
557
Unknown Material
1,150
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,761
Reported to Ohio

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Yellow Springs Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Yellow Springs Village Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Yellow Springs Village Public Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Yellow Springs Village Public Water System serve?
Yellow Springs Village Public Water System serves approximately 3,761 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Yellow Springs Village Public Water System's water source?
Yellow Springs Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Yellow Springs Village Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0023 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Yellow Springs Village Public Water System's service area?
The Yellow Springs Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $82,846. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Yellow Springs Village Public Water System get its water?
Yellow Springs Village Public Water System's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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